👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Activate the yeast:
- In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the dough:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- Pour in the yeast mixture, lukewarm water, and 2 tbsp oil.
- Knead until you get a soft, elastic dough (about 8–10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes with a mixer).
3. Let it rise:
- Cover the dough with a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
4. Shape the lángos:
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 6–8 equal balls.
- Lightly oil your hands and flatten each ball into a disc (about ½ inch thick), making the center thinner than the edges.
- Place shaped pieces on an oiled surface and let rest for 15–20 minutes.
5. Fry:
- Heat 2–3 inches of oil in a deep pan to 180°C (350°F).
- Fry each lángos until golden brown on both sides (about 2–3 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels.
6. Serve:
- Rub each hot lángos with garlic water or garlic oil.
- Spread with sour cream and sprinkle with grated cheese.
- Enjoy warm!
🧀 Optional Toppings:
- Ham, sausage, or bacon
- Pickled jalapeños or sliced onions
- Sweet version: powdered sugar, jam, or Nutella
Would you like a baked version, stuffed variation, or one with mashed potatoes in the dough (very popular too)?